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ZXR250 service + pillion seat

Discussion in 'Maintenance' started by brendon, Jun 6, 2014.

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  1. brendon

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    Hey everyone I notice my bike is starting to play up a little and I think it mite be time I took her in for a full service and possibly a tune also.. Just wondering if anyone knows of a genuine place to take her?? preferably around the redlands or close by?? I'm also looking for a pillion seat if anyone has one how much would you like for one?? and kiffsta if your not busy this week end or next week end would you like to do a meet and greet.. Hey maybe you can help me with what mite be wrong with her :) and as always we can work something out

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    Hey mate, I'm pretty certain for the zxr250 tyga kit you can't have a pillion seat unless a ninja 250r pillion seat fits?

    As for the service I haven't taken my bike anywhere before, I learnt my own servicing. What kind of playing up is the bike doing?
     
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    Well just recently when I go to start her up she isn't kicking over untill I use the throttle and dump her revs and even then it takes maybe 3-4 attempts while befor she started 1st time every time.. Personally I would like to check the spark plugs and leads and then give her a general service anyways.. But I could be completely wrong I don't really have previous history on the bike altho the last owner said he rebuilt it not long ago for his wife.. But you can't always believe what they tell you, so hmm

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    My advice to u is to avoid using a mechanic / bike shop ..... unless as a last resort

    Servicing a bike is not hard ..... tuning the carbs can be tricky , but thats life with an old inline 4.

    Youre best to try and get some help with the basics from a couple of the boys here that are local to you ..... just keep the cold beer flowing.
    Also thats what the forum is all about ...free advice and help online.
    Plus get all the ZXR documentation from here and read it.

    If your going to own a bike , especially a 20+yr old one ...u need to get some basic tools and knowledge ....that way you learn whats under your ass and how to maintain and fix it in the future.
    It will save u a shitload of money and u wont be paying off the the bike shop owners mortgage.
    Money better used for cheaper parts and more tools etc.

    You will soon appreciate the bike alot more because u fixed it yourself ...and also how easy the basics are once youve done it.

    And yes , disregard anything the PO tells u .
     
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    And as for the seat I believe the tyga kit uses all the same fittings and parts so the old seat should slip in just fine

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    Fixed for you :), yeah an oil change carb service and plugs will help with that:)
     
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    Just have a look at a pillion seat for a normal zxr then have a look at your cowling I don't think it fits. Also I do believe the kit removes the rear pegs when installed possibly.
     
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    Th3_Huntsman and GreyImport thank you I would really love to learn more about these bikes but the thing g with me is I lean better while doing it then from
    A text book haha but I'm always willing to try I have a free day tomorrow so I will see what I can do

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    As long as you don't learn like me and make things worse before better haha, I have some knowledge of zxr's now I have owned one a year, I think I may be free on Monday if you need someone to hang off the end of a spanner
     
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    Thanks I will have a go at her tomorrow and hopefully I can do it myself.. Otherwise I mite be taking you up on that offer haha just incase I do need Ur help what's your drink preference

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    I drink anything but love a Canadian club and dry, but I will most likely be on my bike (unless you need me to bring tools) and can't have a drink lol. What time are you getting into it tomorrow?

    Do you have decent tools? Spark plugs are a royal bitch to get to in the zxr.
    Do you have a rearstand? Makes it easier to take fairings off.
     
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    Thank grey.. I'm sure I will be studying the crap out of it soon haha . And how about when we actually catch up for a run my shout at the pub haha

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    If u get to the plugs then check wat they look like ...... their condition can tell u how your bike is running ...take a photo and post it here.

    Also make sure the leads are correctly attached to each plug/cylinder .... 1 coil powers cylinder 1 and 4 and the other coil fires 2 and 3
     
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    I have a rear stand but missing the pins to Lift the bike :/ .. Can always find something. And I have some tools not sure if there what I need but I have the standard socket set screw drivers a couple of spanners and **** like that if not super cheap and autobahn are just down the road.. So I can always get them ( I will need them sooner or later anyways ) where about do you live?? I can always drive and get you if need be. Oh there is 1 little problem I did for get.. I have to pass this with the missus when she gets home at 11 haha but I'm sure she will be fine I need with it

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    I need to 1 destroy this phone or 2 read everything again befor posting

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    Hey GreyImport if I click on the become a premium user will it change anything now ypu made me 1?? Cus I would still like to support the forms

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    There alot of things could be causing your problem but always check the simple stuff first

    If u have to give it handfuls of throttle then check the fuel filter (if it has one) ..... also there could be a build up of junk in the tank clogging the internal filters ...... run it on reserve so both outlets are used.

    The fuel supply/ fuel tap runs on a vacuum system ...make sure the vacuum lines are still connected and /or not kinked or split.

    Is the battery up to scratch? .....get a cheapo multimeter and run these tests

    http://2fiftycc.com/index.php?threads/how-do-i-test-my-12-volt-battery-and-charging-system.1794/
     
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